EICMA 2026 had plenty to offer motorcycle enthusiasts, with manufacturers showcasing everything from new adventure tourers and performance roadsters to electric motorcycles and unconventional scooters. Several of these machines are also expected to make their way to India over the next few years.Royal Enfield, BMW Motorrad, Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson were among the manufacturers with interesting announcements, while Italian brand Italjet is also preparing to enter the Indian market with a range of performance-oriented scooters.Here is a look at the motorcycles and scooters from EICMA 2026 that are worth waiting for in India.Royal Enfield Himalayan 750Royal Enfield has taken its Himalayan adventure motorcycle to a new level with the unveiling of the Himalayan 750.
The new flagship ADV gets a larger parallel-twin engine, upgraded mechanicals and a more touring-oriented package, positioning it above the existing Himalayan 450. The motorcycle draws power from a 743cc, air/oil-cooled, parallel-twin engine producing 55bhp at 7,000rpm and 63Nm at 5,000rpm.
Interestingly, 90% of the peak torque is available from 3,500rpm, which should make it particularly useful for long-distance riding and challenging terrain. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox and a wet multi-plate clutch.The Himalayan 750 will make its India debut at Motoverse 2026, scheduled to take place between November 26 and 28.
This makes it one of the most immediate launches to look forward to following EICMA.Royal Enfield Continental GT 750Royal Enfield is also preparing to expand its larger-capacity motorcycle portfolio with the Continental GT 750. Unveiled at EICMA 2026, the new cafe racer shares its fundamental platform and engine with the Himalayan 750 but adopts a completely different personality.The motorcycle retains the parallel-twin configuration but gets a cable-operated throttle instead of the electronic throttle system found on the Himalayan 750.
Another interesting difference is the exhaust setup, with the Continental GT 750 featuring twin exhaust pipes instead of the Himalayan's 2-into-1 arrangement.While Royal Enfield has not revealed the complete specifications, the shared 743cc engine produces 55bhp and 63Nm in the Himalayan 750. Similar performance figures can be expected from the Continental GT, although its final state of tune could be different.The Continental GT 750 is expected to arrive in India in 2027, potentially giving Royal Enfield another offering in the middleweight cafe racer segment.Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6Royal Enfield's electric motorcycle ambitions are also gathering momentum with the Flying Flea S6.
The second model under the Flying Flea sub-brand, the S6 brings a scrambler-inspired interpretation of the electric platform, moving away from the urban-focused character of the Flying Flea C6.Its design features a narrow silhouette, exposed frame, circular headlamp and a long, slim seat. The motorcycle also gets long-travel USD front forks, a rear monoshock and wire-spoke aluminium wheels measuring 19 inches at the front and 18 inches at the rear.
Unlike the belt-driven C6, the S6 uses a conventional chain drive.The production-spec motorcycle will be available in Dart Yellow, Lightning Grey and a carbon finish. However, Royal Enfield is yet to reveal its battery capacity, motor output and claimed riding range.
For reference, the Flying Flea C6 gets a 3.91kWh battery, producing 21bhp and 60Nm.The Flying Flea S6 is expected to launch in India in 2027, where it will give buyers another option in the emerging electric motorcycle space.BMW F 450 R and F 450 RRBMW Motorrad showcased two new additions to its F 450 family at EICMA 2026, the F 450 R roadster and the fully faired F 450 RR. Both motorcycles are built around the same 420cc parallel-twin engine, making them interesting prospects for riders looking at the middleweight entry-level performance segment.The engine develops 48bhp and 43Nm of torque and is paired with a six-speed gearbox.
The F 450 R weighs 175kg, while the more aggressively styled F 450 RR tips the scales at 177kg.Both motorcycles receive a 6.5-inch TFT instrument display, riding modes, ABS Pro and traction control. While the R is aimed at riders looking for a road-focused naked motorcycle, the RR brings a sportier riding proposition with its full fairing.BMW is expected to introduce the motorcycles in India in 2027, although the company has not announced their launch dates or pricing.Hero Xpulse 450Hero MotoCorp has finally stepped into the larger-capacity adventure motorcycle space with the Xpulse 450.
Showcased at EICMA 2026, the motorcycle represents a substantial upgrade over the Xpulse 210, with a new liquid-cooled engine, more sophisticated suspension hardware and a comprehensive technology package.It is powered by a newly developed 421cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, four-valve DOHC engine producing 46.7bhp at 9,100rpm and 38Nm at 7,500rpm. The motor comes paired with a six-speed gearbox and a slip-and-assist clutch.The motorcycle also gets fully adjustable suspension, while its equipment list includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration.
The increase in displacement and performance should make it better suited to highway touring without taking away from the off-road capabilities associated with the Xpulse name.Hero is expected to introduce the motorcycle in international markets before bringing it to India. However, the launch timeline has not been disclosed.VIDA UBX electric motorcycleHero MotoCorp's electric mobility brand VIDA has also ventured into the electric motorcycle space with the unveiling of the UBX concept at EICMA 2026.
The motorcycle marks a departure from the brand's existing electric scooter portfolio and offers a glimpse of its future electric two-wheeler ambitions.The UBX follows a neo-naked design philosophy with supermoto influences. It features a compact LED headlamp, hand guards, USD front forks, a single-piece seat, dual-tone alloy wheels and a TFT instrument display.However, VIDA has not revealed any technical specifications, including battery capacity, motor output, torque or riding range.
The company has also not confirmed production plans or an India launch timeline.For now, the UBX remains a concept, but it is an interesting indication of where Hero's electric mobility business could head next.Italjet Dragster 300, 459 and 700Italian manufacturer Italjet is preparing to enter India with three performance-oriented scooters: the Dragster 300, Dragster 459 and Dragster 700. The models will be brought to India through Motohaus, with all three scooters scheduled to be assembled at the company's manufacturing facility in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.Customer deliveries are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2027.
The brand also plans to establish an exclusive boutique showroom network to offer a more premium retail experience.The Dragster 300 will serve as the entry-level offering, with an expected price of Rs 4-5 lakh. It uses a 298cc engine producing 23.8bhp and 26Nm of torque, with a 12-inch front wheel and a 13-inch rear wheel.Moving up the range, the Dragster 459 gets a 449cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine producing 47.58bhp and 41Nm of torque.
It comes paired with a six-speed gearbox and features fully adjustable Marzocchi suspension, Pirelli tyres and Brembo braking hardware. It also gets dual-channel ABS and traction control.At the top of the range sits the Dragster 700, which uses a 698cc, liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine producing 70bhp and 70Nm.
It shares much of its cycle hardware with the 459, including the Marzocchi suspension and Brembo braking system.With these three products, Italjet will introduce a rather unusual proposition in the Indian two-wheeler market, particularly for buyers looking beyond conventional scooters.Harley-Davidson Sprint 440 and X350THarley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp continued their collaboration at EICMA 2026 with two interesting motorcycles, the Sprint 440 and X350T. While the former builds on the existing X440 platform, the latter introduces a new 350cc roadster.The Harley-Davidson Sprint 440 gets a familiar retro-inspired design, featuring a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, fastback seat and a full-LED headlamp with the Harley-Davidson logo integrated into its centre.
It will be offered in three colour options: Dark Billiard Gray, Vivid Black and Teal Thunder.Power comes from a 440cc, single-cylinder, air- and oil-cooled engine with SOHC and a two-valve configuration. It produces 27bhp at 6,000rpm and 38Nm at 4,000rpm.
The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox featuring an assist clutch, while taller fifth and sixth gears are intended to improve highway cruising comfort.The X350T, meanwhile, takes a different approach with an all-new 350cc, air/oil-cooled engine. Showcased at Hero MotoCorp's pavilion, the motorcycle features flat-track-inspired styling and electronic rider aids.
Hero claims the engine delivers class-leading torque, although its exact output figures and transmission details are yet to be revealed.Both motorcycles underline the growing importance of the Hero-Harley-Davidson partnership, particularly in the relatively accessible premium motorcycle segment. Their India launch details and pricing are yet to be announced.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - Ends